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St. Louis has hundreds of festivals and events throughout the year. Ethnic festivals, art fairs, theatrical presentations, sporting events and music festivals are just some of the activities included in the calendar of events. Use the easy search box below to find out what’s going on during your visit or plan your next trip to St. Louis around one of our unique events.

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  • A Room Divided Exhibit (Dates Vary)

    Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011 until Sunday, December 30, 2012

    Venue: The Eugene Field House & St. Louis Toy Museum

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibit depicts life in St. Louis inside and outside of slavery prior to the Civil War. With recreation hands-on pieces and a one-of-a-kind dollhouse from 1837, "A Room Divided" provides information on the unique situation that faced St. Louis prior to the Civil War: slave owners and anti-slavery sympathizes living side by side, a city that housed both slaves and free blacks; a modern city inside a slave state. Closed Monday, Tuesday and National Holidays. Also closed in January and February. http://www.eugenefieldhouse.org/, (314) 421-4689

  • STAR TREK: The Exhibition

    Date: Friday, October 28, 2011 until Monday, May 28, 2012

    Venue: Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibition brings 45 years of authentic Star Trek artifacts to life, showcasing the largest collection of artifacts ever put on public display. One-of-a-kind costumes, props and filming models from every Star Trek television series and feature film will amaze and inspire Star Trek fans and novices alike. An impressive array of exhibits features sets, costumes and props from all five live-action Star Trek television series and eleven Star Trek feature films. Visitors will be able to step aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, explore Dr. Crusher's Sickbay from Star Trek: The Next Generation and sit in James T. Kirk's captain's chair. Accompanying the exhibition is a new space show, Seeking New Earths, in the Planetarium. http://www.slsc.org/, (314) 239-4400 or (800) 456-7572

  • The Civil War in Missouri Exhibit at the Missouri History Museum

    Date: Saturday, November 12, 2011 until Saturday, March 16, 2013

    Venue: The History Museum in Forest Park

    Category: Uncategorized

    To commemorate the Civil War sesquicentennial and to explore the complexities of the Civil War in the twenty-fourth state the exhibit will feature compelling artifacts, imagery and interactive elements. Although the exhibition addresses issues with which our entire nation wrestled, topics that are distinctively Missourian will take center stage. Exhibition dates are subject to change. Please confirm dates prior to your museum visit. The exhibit remains open until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. http://www.mohistory.org/, (314) 746-4599

  • Magic Tree House Exhibit

    Date: Saturday, November 19, 2011 until Sunday, September 9, 2012

    Venue: The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

    Category: Uncategorized

    Based on the best-selling children's book series written by Mary Pope Osborne and published by Random House, this novel exhibit invites children to branch out through history via a magical, time-traveling tree house. Join Jack and Annie, two ordinary siblings from Frog Creek, Pennsylvania, as they travel back in time to experience three important periods in American history including a visit to Plymouth Bay at the time of the first Thanksgiving, a trip to a field hospital to help Clara Barton during the time of the Civil War and a visit to a one-room school house to experience life as a pioneer. http://www.magichouse.org/, (314) 822-8900

  • OMNIMAX Film: Space Junk

    Date: Saturday, January 14, 2012 until Monday, September 3, 2012

    Venue: Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park OMNIMAX Theatre

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Fifty years after launching our dreams into space, we’re left with a troubling legacy: a growing ring of orbiting debris threatening the safety of earth’s orbits. Space Junk is a visually explosive journey of discovery weighing the solutions aimed at restoring our planet’s orbits. Experience mind-boggling collisions, both natural and man-made. Soar for the stunning depths of Meteor Crater to an unprecedented view of our increasingly crowded orbits – 22,000 miles above earth. Join us as foremost expert Don Kessler, the “Father of Space Junk,” guides us through the challenges we face in protecting them, forging a new age of space discovery.
    http://www.slsc.org/, (314) 289-4400 or (800) 456-SLSC

  • Bobby Fischer: Icon Among Icons, Photographs by Harry Benson CBE Exhibition

    Date: Friday, March 9, 2012 until Sunday, August 12, 2012

    Venue: World Chess Hall of Fame

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Rare images of Fischer will be exhibited along with Benson’s photos of other pop culture icons such as Jerry Garcia, Elizabeth Taylor, Barbara Streisand, Bill Clinton, Muhammad Ali, and Jaqueline Kennedy. http://www.worldchesshof.org/, (314) 367-9243

  • Marcel Dzama: The End Game Exhibition

    Date: Friday, March 9, 2012 until Sunday, August 12, 2012

    Venue: World Chess Hall of Fame

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibition features Marcel Dzama’s film, A Game of Chess, alongside related drawings, paintings, sculptures and dioramas. The work draws from a diverse range of references and artistic influences, including Dada and Marcel Duchamp. http://www.worldchesshof.org/, (314) 367-9243

  • Providential Journey: The Art of Brother Mel Exhibit

    Date: Friday, March 23, 2012 until Sunday, May 27, 2012

    Venue: The Saint Louis University Museum of Art

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This exhibition captures a decidedly modern whimsy that comes through in a variety of sculptures, paintings and frescos of modern artist Brother Mel. His creations bring a sense of devotion, joy and wonder. http://sluma.slu.edu/, (314) 977-2666

  • "Plants and People: China" Interactive Exhibit (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, March 31, 2012 until Sunday, August 19, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Brookings Interpretive Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Explore displays, images, artifacts, costumes, puppets, games, puzzles and books as you discover the vast flora of China and the important role its plants and ecosystems play in the lives of people – both in China and around the world. Learn about Chinese medicine, food, clothing, shelter and transportation methods that are derived from plants. Experience Chinese art, literature and symbolism, all cultural aspects influenced by nature. 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed Lantern Festival evenings). http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden: A Missouri Adventure Open for the Season

    Date: Saturday, March 31, 2012 until Wednesday, October 31, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Annual Events

    Play in caves and wetlands, climb a treetop canopy, explore Missouri history, gather at the village town hall, track endangered plants in a "family plot" and invasive species on "Most Wanted" posters. Discover what life was like the mid-19th century and how plants were used for not only food but also medicine, clothing and shelter. http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Tower Grove House Open for the Season (Dates Vary)

    Date: Sunday, April 1, 2012 until Monday, December 31, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Annual Events

    Discover the Victorian home of Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.mobot.org, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

     

  • In the Still Epiphany Exhibit

    Date: Thursday, April 5, 2012 until Saturday, October 27, 2012

    Venue: The Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This exhibition curated by New York-based artist Gedi Sibony features nearly 50 works from the art collection of Emily & Joseph Pulitzer, Jr. including pieces by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, John Singer Sargent, Paul Cezanne and more in celebration of the 10th anniversary of The Pulitzer. www.pulitzerarts.org, (314) 754-1850

  • Six Flags St. Louis Open for the Season (Dates Vary)

    Date: Friday, April 6, 2012 until Sunday, October 28, 2012

    Venue: Six Flags St. Louis

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Six Flags St. Louis features shows, rides, family attractions and a tropical paradise water park called Hurricane Harbor. Six Flags is open weekends only through May 20 with daily operation beginning May 21 - August 12. Weekend operation returns August 18 - October 28. The Park will be closed September 30 for a private event. Hurricane Harbor is open May 26 – August 12 with weekend operation August 18 – September 3. New at Hurricane Harbor is Bonzai Pipeline, an extreme body slide. http://www.sixflags.com/, (636) 938-4800

  • Grant's Farm Open for the Season (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, April 14, 2012 until Sunday, November 4, 2012

    Venue: Grant's Farm

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. operates this showplace on land once farmed by Ulysses S. Grant. For opening day, April 14, visitors will have the rare opportunity to see the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdale Eight-Horse Hitch parade through the Tier Garten and will also be allowed to take photos of the Clydesdales from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., rain date April 15. Some highlights of this family oriented attractions include a game preserve, train rides, Grant's cabin, and the famed Clydesdale stallion barn. Grant's Farm is open weekends (Saturday and Sunday) April 14 – April 30, Daily (except Monday) May 1 – August 12 and Memorial Day, May 28. Weekend operation (Friday – Sunday) resumes August 17 – November 4. Also, open Labor Day, September 3, October 11, 18, 22 and 25.

    http://www.grantsfarm.com/, (314) 843-1700

  • OMNIMAX Film: To The Arctic (Closing Date TBD)

    Date: Friday, April 20, 2012 until Sunday, September 30, 2012

    Venue: Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park OMNIMAX Theatre

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This film tells the story of one mother polar bear’s determination to keep her cubs alive in the face of natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. The polar bear has become the symbol of change in theArcticand out impact on the planet, but this story is not just about a species’ struggle for survival. Home to people, animals and sea creatures thriving on this icy world of glaciers, theArctic Circleis facing dramatic changes threatening to disrupt this delicate balance of life.
    http://www.slsc.org/, (314) 289-4400 or (800) 456-SLSC

  • Stingrays at Caribbean Cove Exhibit

    Date: Friday, April 20, 2012 until Sunday, September 30, 2012

    Venue: The Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Visitors can watch, touch and occasionally feed these gentle and fascinating ocean creatures as they glide through a tropical saltwater habitat. Designed for hands-on, safe family fun, the 17,000-gallon pool is designed for easy navigation by cownose, southern stingrays and horseshoe crabs. http://www.stlzoo.org/, (314) 781-0900

  • Warhol's Polaroids: A Method Exhibit

    Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 until Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: The Saint Louis University Museum of Art

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibition features Polaroids and black and white photographs from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. http://sluma.slu.edu/, (314) 977-2666

  • Sandcastle Beach Exhibit

    Date: Thursday, May 17, 2012 until Sunday, July 1, 2012

    Venue: The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The Magic House's backyard has been transformed into a beachfront park, complete with tons of sand, hidden seashells and beach umbrellas. http://www.magichouse.org/, (314) 822-8900

  • Centering the Circle by Craig Rhodes Exhibit

    Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: Cedarhurst Center for the Arts - Mt. Vernon, IL

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibit highlights a series of large, wall-hanging mandala platters/sculptures that vibrate with color and movement. http://www.cedarhurst.org/, (618) 242-1236

  • Cinematic Subjects: The Art of James D. Adams and Sun Smith-Foret Exhibit

    Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: Cedarhurst Center for the Arts - Mt. Vernon, IL

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibition features two artists who explore entertainment in today’s society, with emphasis on cinema. The exhibition contains adult content. http://www.cedarhurst.org/, (618) 242-1236  

  • Greater St. Louis Renaissance Faire (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 until Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: Rotary Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Travel back in time as you step into the beautifully wooded, 16th century village called Petit Lyon! Immerse yourself in the costumes and mannerisms of the era. Thrill to the exploits of Jousting Knights on thundering steeds. Roam the village shops for unique crafts and goods as artisans demonstrate period skills. Delight in comedy, music and feats of derring do. Feast on delicious food and drink while strolling minstrels entertain. Interact with the colorful villagers, nobles, peasants and personalities of ages past. Faire times are Saturday and Sunday and Memorial Day, May 28. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. http://www.renstl.org/, (636) 928-4141

  • Jon Burgerman Exhibit

    Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: Cedarhurst Center for the Arts - Mt. Vernon, IL

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This exhibit of England’s most revered cartoonist will feature his colorful, cartoon-like, two-dimensional work. http://www.cedarhurst.org/, (618) 242-1236

  • The Allure of the Vessel Exhibit

    Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: Cedarhurst Center for the Arts - Mt. Vernon, IL

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    An exhibit featuring a wide array of vessels with many different styles and historical periods examined, from the 20th century up to the 21st century. Materials featured include silver, glass, porcelain, wood and clay. http://www.cedahurst.org/, (618) 242-1236

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, May 21, 2012 until Wednesday, May 23, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres. 7:15 p.m.  http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Chickenfoot

    Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    7:30 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • "Othello," Shakespeare Festival St. Louis

    Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 until Sunday, June 17, 2012

    Venue: Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    See "Othello," under the stars in beautiful Forest Park. Bring blankets or chairs for lawn seating. Bring your own picnic or enjoy a box dinner from the on-site caterer. Come early for the traditional Green Show where dancers, musicians, jugglers and other entertainers interact with the audience. Thursday performances are signed for the hearing impaired. The site is wheelchair accessible. Green show 6:30 p.m.; Performance 8:00 p.m. (except Tuesdays) http://www.sfstl.com/, (314) 531-9800

  • Insidious

    Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 until Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: St. Louis Black Repertory Company, The Grandel Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This play is a powerful torrid dark comedy of down-low terrorism in the age of AIDS. Taboo twists and turns, a gripping scenario, a shattering climax. MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY. http://www.theblackrep.org/, (314) 534-3810

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Stanley Clarke Trio

    Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 until Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: Jazz at the Bistro in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    Bassist Stanley Clarke returns to the Bistro for another sensational engagement, this time with an acoustic trio.  7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. http://www.jazzstl.org/, (314) 531-1012

  • 33rd Annual St. Louis Senior Olympics

    Date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 until Tuesday, May 29, 2012

    Venue: Various Venues

    Category: Annual Events

    This Olympic-style competition offers more than 85 different athletic events including basketball, bowling, cycling, golf, swimming, track and field and more.  www.stlouisseniorolympics.org, (314) 442-3279

  • 5th Annual Emerson SPRING TO DANCE FESTIVAL 2012

    Date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 until Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center at University of Missouri-St. Louis

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The festival provides a cornucopia of styles from ballet and contemporary dance to hip-hop and tap. Each evening is three shows in one, with informal interactive demonstrations in the Terrace Lobby by local arts organizations from 5:30 – 7:15 p.m., a performance with first-come first-served seating in the intimate Lee Theater from 6 – 7 p.m., and a reserved seat performance in the Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall. From 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. http://www.springtodance.com/, (314) 516-4949 or (314) 534-6622

  • Black Dance - USA: A Celebration in Movement

    Date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 until Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: Center of Creative Arts

    Category: Annual Events

    A national dance festival consisting of classes taught by professionals in the field West Afrikan, Dunham Technique, Hip Hop, Congolese and Afrikan Caribbean. http://www.betterfamilylife.org/, (314) 367-3440

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 until Sunday, May 27, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Philadelphia Phillies. 7:15 p.m. (24-25), TBD (26), 1:15 p.m. (27) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000  

  • "Garden of Light" Lantern Festival Premiere Gala

    Date: Friday, May 25, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Join the Garden for the gala opening night of the stunning "Lantern Festival: Art by Day, Magic by Night" exhibit. Enjoy fabulous food and cocktails, follow a dragon parade and delight in the entertainment of a Chinese acrobatic troupe. Stand in awe as a gong sounds and 26 lantern installations throughout the Garden are simultaneously illuminated for the first night of this 12-week exhibit. Advance reservation is required. 6:30 p.m. http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Friday, May 25, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Red Hot Chili Peppers

    Date: Friday, May 25, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    8:00 p.m. http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Saint Louis Bluesweek Festival

    Date: Friday, May 25, 2012 until Sunday, May 27, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial in downtown St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

    This free event will take you for a ride on the Blues highway from Deep in the Delta all the way to Chicago.. 4:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (25), 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. (26-27) http://www.stlbluesweek.com/

  • St. Louis Greek Fest

    Date: Friday, May 25, 2012 until Monday, May 28, 2012

    Venue: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church

    Category: Annual Events

    Authentic Greek food and pastries, live Greek music, authentic Greek folk dancing, Agora Marketplace, church tours, kids corner and more. 11:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. http://www.stlgreekfest.com/, (314) 966-2255

  • Hey! There's Nature in My Woods!

    Date: Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Sporting Events

    A family-friendly two-hour leisurely guided nature hike through oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in our woods. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about trees, rocks and who knows what else. Reservations required. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390  

  • Lantern Festival Grand Opening Weekend

    Date: Saturday, May 26, 2012 until Monday, May 28, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Be among the first visitors to experience “Lantern Festival: Art by Day, Magic by Night,” an international exhibition of 26 larger-than-life, lighted works of art from China, presented by Emerson. The Garden’s annual Chinese Culture Days event has been transformed and expanded in celebration of the grand opening of this exhibition. Throughout the day, view the colorful lantern installations and enjoy a Grand Parade with 70-foot dancing dragon, martial arts, Chinese calligraphy, painting, authentic regional cuisine, t’ai chi and tea tasting. There will also be special tours in the Grigg Nanjing Friendship Garden (ChineseGarden). Throughout the evening, enjoy performances by an acrobatic troupe and experience the bold color, dazzling light and striking design of the large-scale lantern sets. Lanterns are lit at sunset. 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Lula Washington Dance Theatre

    Date: Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: Edison Theatre at Washington University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.betterfamilylife.org/, (314) 367-3440

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Saturday, May 26, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • 40th Annual Gypsy Caravan

    Date: Monday, May 28, 2012

    Venue: Campus of University of Missouri St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

     The Midwest's largest flea market and antique and crafts fair featuring hundreds of vendors to benefit the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. Ample parking and easy MetroLink light rail access available. www.stlsymphony.org/gypsycaravan, (314) 286-4452

  • Lantern Festival: Art by Day, Magic by Night Exhibit (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 until Sunday, August 19, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Experience one of China’s most treasured events and ancient traditions – the annual lantern festival at this international exhibition of larger-than-life, lighted works of art from China, presented by Emerson. Elaborate outdoor sets crafted of silk and steel will celebrate Chinese culture through bold color, dazzling light and striking design. The exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to witness a spectacle rarely staged outside of Asia. View the art by day from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Experience the illuminated magic at night, Thursday through Sunday evenings, May 31-July 29 and seven nights a week, August 1-19 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (last entry at 9:00 p.m.). Lanterns are lit at sunset. http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Nickleback

    Date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    6:00 p.m. http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Marquise Knox

    Date: Wednesday, May 30, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to blues guitar prodigy Marquise Know.  Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Wednesday, May 30, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Circus Flora: "The Wizard - Merlin & the Legends of King Arthur" (Dates Vary)

    Date: Thursday, May 31, 2012 until Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: Grand Center Arts and Entertainment District, under the air-conditioned red-and-white big top tent (corner of Grand Blvd. and Samuel Shepard Dr.)

    Category: Annual Events

    Circus Flora, St. Louis own intimate one-ring theatre circus where audience members are as close as two-feet and never more than 40 feet from the ring. The production, The Wizard – Merlin & the Legends of King Arthur is a playful, delightful exploration of the Arthurian world of Merlin and Owl, Camelot and Guinevere, animals that talk and people who fly, magic, love and war. Performance times are Tuesday through Thursday at 7:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at 1:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., and "Little Top Wednesday" at 10:00 a.m., a special one-hour show for smaller kids or the "kids at heart." www.circusflora.org, (314) 289-4040

  • National Veterans Golden Age Games

    Date: Thursday, May 31, 2012 until Monday, June 4, 2012

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Sporting Events

    Exciting competition for Veterans age 55 and older who receive care at the VA. Events will be held at America's Center and throughout the surrounding St. Louis Metropolitan area.  www.va.gov/opa/speceven/gag/index.asp

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Thursday, May 31, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Amazing Animal Encounters (Dates Vary)

    Date: Friday, June 1, 2012 until Saturday, September 1, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category:

    Free, fun, family-friendly environmental education programs are presented every Saturday 11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 p.m. by naturalists using snakes, parrots, birds and mammals to teach about the amazing creatures who share our planet and what we can do to help them survive. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Friday, June 1, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Chesterfield Summer Concert Series - Honey Vox

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: Chesterfield Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    Enjoy a summer evening while listening to Honey Vox as they take you on a journey through the past and bring you back to the present with a variety of old school, new school & everything in between. 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. http://www.chesterfieldamphitheater.com/, (636) 537-4000  

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • Free Family Days at the World Chess Hall of Fame

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: World Chess Hall of Fame

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Children of all ages can visit the galleries of the World Chess Hall of Fame on a docent led tour for a special kids-eye-view of this cultural institution’s unique exhibitions. The tour finishes with a craft project tied to the exhibitions. The event is geared toward children aged 5-12. Reservations are highly recommended. www.worldchesshof.org, (314) 637-9243 x 105

  • Hiking Society's National Trails Day

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category:

    Enjoy the outdoors at this family-friendly event with three different length trails. Naturalists with live animals will be at interpretation stations along the trails. There will also be free children’s activities with prizes. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Riverfront Times Music Showcase

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: Washington Avenue in downtown St. Louis

    Category: Music

    The event features more than 50 local bands and is held from 2:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. between 9th and 15th streets along Washington Avenue. Live music can be enjoyed inside and outside during the all day festival. www.riverfronttimes.com

  • Scavenge Through the Night: History Found

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category:

    On this scavenger-style hunt, comb trails and historic buildings in your search for answers through Jefferson Barracks County Park. The evening begins with a “weenie roast” and ends with prizes. Be sure to bring a flashlight. Advance registration is required. 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 615-8472

  • St. Louis Symphony Live at Powell Hall Concert: Bond & Beyond - 50 Years of 007

    Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012

    Venue: Powell Symphony Hall in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    The St. Louis Symphony takes you on a thrilling adventure through the music of James Bond and other secret agents whose mission is to save the day. Hear selections from classic films including “From Russia with Love,” Goldfinger,” “Casino Royale” and “The Pink Panther.” 7:30 p.m. http://www.slso.org/, (314) 534-1700 or (314) 534-1111 or (800) 232-1880

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Sunday, June 3, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Music

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 7:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • The Shins

    Date: Monday, June 4, 2012

    Venue: The Pageant

    Category: Music

    Opening act: The Antlers. 8:00 p.m. http://www.thepageant.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Bob Kuban Band

    Date: Tuesday, June 5, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    This concert presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce is a birthday party for the City of Chesterfield. There will be birthday cake, prizes for the kids and fireworks. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Sting

    Date: Tuesday, June 5, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Vince Martin

    Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to vocalist, guitarist and entertainer Vince Martin. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • 2012 Visa Championships

    Date: Thursday, June 7, 2012 until Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: Chaifetz Arena at Saint Louis University

    Category: Sporting Events

    This USA Gymnastics' national championships feature men's and women's gymnastics with competition in both the junior and senior divisions. Performances at the 2012 Visa Championships determine which gymnasts advance to the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials, June 28-July 1 in San Jose, California. 1:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. (7-8), 12:00p.m. & 6:00 p.m. (9), 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. (10) http://www.thechaifetzarena.com/, (314) 534-1111

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Thursday, June 7, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Friday, June 8, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, June 8, 2012 until Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cleveland Indians. 7:15 p.m. (8), TBD (9), 1:15 p.m. (10) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644    

  • St. Louis Symphony Live at Powell Hall Concert: Sounds of New Orleans - A Tribute to Louis Armstrong

    Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012

    Venue: Powell Symphony Hall in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    A swinging evening of the sounds that make the Crescent City famous. 7:30 p.m. http://www.slso.org/, (314) 534-1700 or (314) 534-1111 or (800) 232-1880

  • Fifth Annual Big Truck Day

    Date: Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: Kemp Auto Museum

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    An outdoor event where kids and truck lovers of all ages will have the opportunity to climb aboard the area’s largest and loudest Big Trucks while exploring the inner workings of trucks from MoDOT, fire trucks, tractors, monster trucks and much more. There will also be face painting, live music and prizes from Y98 and the first 100 kids will receive a free snow cone. Please bring a nonperishable food item to support Operation Food Search. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. http://www.kempautomuseum.org/, (636) 537-1718

  • History Hayrides at Fort Belle Fontaine

    Date: Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: Fort Belle Fontaine

    Category:

    Enjoy a hayride as a guide provides historic information on Fort Belle Fontaine. 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 544-6224

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Sunday, June 10, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 7:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Heather Dawn Band

    Date: Tuesday, June 12, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Tuesday, June 12, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644  

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 until Thursday, June 14, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago White Sox. 7:15 p.m. http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Faust Olden Days of Summer

    Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Learn how families spent their summers in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Activities will include black smith and rope making demonstrations, candle dipping, corn husk doll making, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and rides on the St. Louis Carousel. The Historic Village Houses including the Alt School House will also be open. Registration required. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (314) 615-7373 or (314) 615-8328

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Miss Jubilee and the Humdingers

    Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to Miss Jubilee and the Humdingers, an infectious, rhythmic blend of hot jazz, swing and rhythm and blues. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Thursday, June 14, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Friday, June 15, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival

    Date: Friday, June 15, 2012 until Sunday, June 17, 2012

    Venue: Ballpark Village across from Busch Stadium

    Category: Annual Events

    Celebrate the pre-prohibition era of brewing in St. Louis. The festival will bring together big and small brewers from the St. Louis area with unlimited sampling of over 80 different beers. There will also be live music and gourmet food, available for purchase, from some of St. Louis' most unique restaurants, and education from local Brewmasters. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (15), 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (16), and 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (17) www.stlbrewfest.com

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, June 15, 2012 until Sunday, June 17, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Kansas City Royals. 7:15 p.m. (15), TBD (16), 1:15 p.m. (17)  http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Target Free Family Nights at The Magic House

    Date: Friday, June 15, 2012

    Venue: The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This special night enables a family (no more than two adults and four of their own children) to enjoy more than 100 hands-on exhibits in the museum at no charge through the genersoity of Target. 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. http://www.magichouse.org/, (314) 822-8900

  • Bluegrass Festival

    Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson County Historical Village

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (618) 246-0033

  • Faust Historic Village Open House (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012 until Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park Historic Village

    Category: Annual Events

    Experience St. Louis County as it was a century ago. Tour the 1850s Conway House, home of Dr. Frederick and Lavinia Bates and its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen. Also tour the circa 1848 log cabin of Ludwig and Salome Mertz, a dye and insect repellent garden, German vegetable garden, smokehouse, outhouse and woodshed and the Davis House, which originally was a two story log cabin with it's detached washhouse and smokehouse. On occasion, visitors may see a blacksmith at work in the Yokel barn. Tour times are Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisco.com/, (314) 615-8328

  • Miranda Lambert

    Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    With Chris Young and Jerrod Niemann. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Sunday, June 17, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 7:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Thoroughly Modern Millie

    Date: Monday, June 18, 2012 until Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The tale of a small-town girl arriving in New York City to lead a new, thoroughly modern lifestyle. 8:15 p.m. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Scott Laythem and Karl Holmes Duo

    Date: Tuesday, June 19, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Tuesday, June 19, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644  

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - The Rockhouse Ramblers

    Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to The Rockhouse Ramblers, an authentic hony-tonk music and classic, colorful country swing. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644  

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • The Dukes of September Rhythm Revue

    Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    Featuring Donald Fagen, Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs. 8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Thursday, June 21, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Cosi fan tutte

    Date: Friday, June 22, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Midsummer mischief, mistaken identities, and unexpected romance turn a bet on love into a high-stakes gamble. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • REO Speedwagon, Styx, & Ted Nugent

    Date: Friday, June 22, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Symphony Live at Powell Hall Concert: Classical Mystery Tour - A Tribute to The Beatles

    Date: Friday, June 22, 2012

    Venue: Powell Symphony Hall in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    The Beatles like you’ve never heard them before: totally live and with the St. Louis Symphony. More than just a rock concert, this show presents some 30 Beatles tunes, including “Penny Lane,” “Yesterday,” “I Am the Walrus,” and more. 8:00 p.m. http://www.slso.org/, (314) 534-1700 or (314) 534-1111 or (800) 232-1880

  • Chesterfield Summer Concert Series - Trixie Delight

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012

    Venue: Chesterfield Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    Enjoy a summer evening while listening to Trixie Delight as they play favorite songs of bands from the 70s, 80s, 90s and now. 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. http://www.chesterfieldamphitheater.com/, (636) 537-4000

  • Hey! There's Nature in My Woods!

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Sporting Events

    A family-friendly two-hour leisurely guided nature hike through oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in our woods. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about trees, rocks and who knows what else. Reservations required. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • JoyFest featuring Newsboys

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012

    Venue: Six Flags St. Louis

    Category: Music

    Paid concert ticket required with park admission ticket or season pass. 7:00 p.m. www.sixflags.com, (636) 938-4800

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Alice in Wonderland

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This is one important date you cannot be late for! With dazzling musical invention, composer Unsuk Chin finds captivating new voices for familiar friends, blending the fantasy, whimsy, and darkness of Lewis Carroll’s original tale into an unforgettable journey down the rabbit hole. 8:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644  

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Carmen

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This fiery femme fatale inspires passion, shatters hearts and for over a century, has never ceased to satisfy. Once Corporal Don Jose falls under Carmen’s spell, his desire transforms him from a noble soldier into a common criminal and ultimately, a murderer. 1:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • PrideFest St. Louis

    Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012 until Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: Tower Grove Park

    Category: Annual Events

    PrideFest is an annual celebration of gay, lesbian, and transgender culture. The festival includes a parade with floats and contingents, twenty hours of live entertainment ranging from pop, disco, jazz, rock, country and rap. The parade begins at Noon on Sunday, June24 at Utahand Grand, north on Grand to the eastern end of TowerGrovePark. http://www.pridestl.org/, (314) 772-8888

  • Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Sweeney Todd

    Date: Sunday, June 24, 2012

    Venue: The Virgina Jackson Browning Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Sweet revenge never was so literal as it is in this dark comedy about the underbelly of Victorian England. 7:00 p.m. http://www.experienceopera.org/, (314) 961-0644

  • Smithosnian Institute's Travel Exhibit "Journey Stories"

    Date: Sunday, June 24, 2012 until Saturday, August 4, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson County Historical Village

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The exhibit highlights stories of immigration and migration in the United States. (618) 246-0033

  • Chicago

    Date: Monday, June 25, 2012 until Sunday, July 1, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    A hilarious tale of how murder can feed celebrity. 8:15 p.m. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Spectrum

    Date: Tuesday, June 26, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Hamiet Bluiett

    Date: Wednesday, June 27, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to  jazz legend and baritone saxophonist Hamiet Bluiett. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Lady Antebellum

    Date: Friday, June 29, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, June 29, 2012 until Sunday, July 1, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates. 7:15 p.m. (29), TBD (30), 1:15 p.m. (1) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, July 2, 2012 until Thursday, July 5, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Colorado Rockies. 7:15 p.m. (2-3 & 5), TBD (4) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • JB Blast

    Date: Tuesday, July 3, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category: Music

    St. Louis County Parks' annual patriotic celebration offers music under the stars followed by a fireworks display. 7:00 p.m. www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 615-4386.

  • 135th Veiled Prophet Parade

    Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012

    Venue: Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

    This annual parade is one of St. Louis' most enduring family traditions. The parade themed "Around the World" begins at Washington Avenue and Fourth Street in downtown St. Louis, makes its way south on Fourth Street to Market Street, heads west on Market concluding at St. Louis Union Station at Market and 20th Streets. The parade features giant helium balloons, elaborate custom-built floats, a spirited competition among marching bands and more than 100 units. 10:00 a.m. Following the parade is the Fair Saint Louis celebration on the grounds of the Gateway Arch. http://www.vpparade.org/

  • 32nd Annual Fair Saint Louis (Dates Vary): Heart (4), Third Eye Blind (6), Dierks Bentley (7)

    Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012 until Saturday, July 7, 2012

    Venue: Grounds of the Gateway Arch

    Category: Annual Events

    This Independence Day Celebration kicks off early in the morning July 4th with a competitive four-mile and a one-mile family fun run. Following the runs, the 135th annual Veiled Prophet Parade themed “Around the World” will step off at 10 a.m. in downtown St. Louis. At noon, the first of two air shows, including top civilian performers and military aircraft, will take place at Fair Saint Louis. The fair also features local and national entertainment, Kids Town and other activities July 4, 6 and 7 on the grounds of the Gateway Arch. Appearing on the Budweiser Main Stage under the Arch is Heart on Wednesday, July 4; Third Eye Blind on Friday, July 6; and Dierks Bentley on Saturday, July 7. All shows begin at 8:00 p.m. Each evening concludes with the star-spangled US Bank/Enterprise Rent-A-Car fireworks display at approximately 9:15 p.m.
    http://fairsaintlouis.org/, (314) 434-3434

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Air National Guard Bank of the Central States

    Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to the Air National Guard Band of the Central States combining military tradition with classics, jazz, big band and rock. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Aladdin

    Date: Thursday, July 5, 2012 until Friday, July 13, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    A musical adapted from the beloved animated feature with favorite movie characters plus never-before heard Menken/Ashman songs restored from early drafts of the film. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Vans Warped Tour 2012

    Date: Thursday, July 5, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    Lineup includes over 70 bands. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, July 6, 2012 until Sunday, July 8, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Florida Marlins. 7:15 p.m. (6), TBD (7), 1:15 p.m. (8) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Big Time Rush

    Date: Saturday, July 7, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    7:00 p.m. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, July 7, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • Free Family Days at the World Chess Hall of Fame

    Date: Saturday, July 7, 2012

    Venue: World Chess Hall of Fame

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Children of all ages can visit the galleries of the World Chess Hall of Fame on a docent led tour for a special kids-eye-view of this cultural institution’s unique exhibitions. The tour finishes with a craft project tied to the exhibitions. The event is geared toward children aged 5-12. Reservations are highly recommended. www.worldchesshof.org, (314) 367-9243 x 105

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Abbey Road Warriors

    Date: Tuesday, July 10, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • American Idol Live!

    Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Dave Matthews Band

    Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    7:00 p.m. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Faust Olden Days of Summer

    Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Learn how families spent their summers in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Activities will include black smith and rope making demonstrations, candle dipping, corn husk doll making, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and rides on the St. Louis Carousel. The Historic Village Houses including the Alt School House will also be open. Registration required. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (314) 615-7373 or (314) 615-8328

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Ryan Spearman Band

    Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to folk artist and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Spearman Band. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • The Jacksons Unity Tour 2012

    Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concert - Neon Trees

    Date: Friday, July 13, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial Plaza in Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Music

    http://fairsaintlouis.org/, (314) 434-3434

  • Let Them Eat Art

    Date: Friday, July 13, 2012

    Venue: Historic Downtown Maplewood

    Category: Annual Events

    A self-guided tour of enchantment & excitement featuring live art, live music, dream interpretation, belly dancing and hoop dance performances. 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. www.cityofmaplewood.com/ltea,  (314) 645-3600  

  • Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concert - Michael Franti & Spearhead

    Date: Saturday, July 14, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial Plaza in Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Music

    http://fairsaintlouis.org/, (314) 434-3434

  • Praise-A-Palooza featuring MercyMe

    Date: Saturday, July 14, 2012

    Venue: Six Flags St. Louis

    Category: Music

    Paid concert ticket required with a park admission ticket of season pass. 7:00 p.m. http://www.sixflags.com/, (636) 938-4800

  • History Hayrides at Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Date: Sunday, July 15, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category:

    Take a leisurely hayride through Jefferson Barracks while a guide describes what was there and who used it while they were stationed here anytime from its founding in 1826 through World War 11. 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Advance ticket purchase is required. www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 544-6224

  • Dreamgirls

    Date: Monday, July 16, 2012 until Sunday, July 22, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The story of an all-girl singing trio from Chicago called the Dreams. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Mirage

    Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Teresa Jenee

    Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to soulful, introspective pianist and vocalist Teresa Jenee. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • O.A.R.

    Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concert - The Offspring

    Date: Friday, July 20, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial Plaza in Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Music

    http://fairsaintlouis.org/, (314) 434-3434

  • James Taylor And His Band

    Date: Friday, July 20, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival: Motorhead, Slipknot, Slayer & Anthrax

    Date: Friday, July 20, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, July 20, 2012 until Sunday, July 22, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs. 7:15 p.m. (20), TBD (21), 1:15 p.m. (22) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concert - Nelly

    Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial Plaza in Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Music

    http://fairsaintlouis.org/, (314) 434-3434

  • Chesterfield Summer Concert Series - Flaming Pie

    Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012

    Venue: Chesterfield Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    Enjoy a summer evening while listening to Flaming Pie as they play British Invasion music including the Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Zombies, The Hollies and other great “invaders” from the 60s.  8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. http://www.chesterfieldamphitheater.com/, (636) 537-4000

  • Faust Historic Village Open House (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park Historic Village

    Category: Annual Events

    Experience St. Louis County as it was a century ago. Tour the 1850s Conway House, home of Dr. Frederick and Lavinia Bates and its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen. Also tour the circa 1848 log cabin of Ludwig and Salome Mertz, a dye and insect repellent garden, German vegetable garden, smokehouse, outhouse and woodshed and the Davis House, which originally was a two story log cabin with it's detached washhouse and smokehouse. On occasion, visitors may see a blacksmith at work in the Yokel barn. Tour times are Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisco.com/, (314) 615-8328

  • Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat

    Date: Monday, July 23, 2012 until Sunday, July 29, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    A generational favorite of many musical colors. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, July 23, 2012 until Thursday, July 26, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers. 7:15 p.m. (23-25), 12:45 p.m. (26) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • WWE Raw Supershow

    Date: Monday, July 23, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Sporting Events

    6:15 p.m. http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - NONSTOP Classic Rock

    Date: Tuesday, July 24, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Missouri Botanical Garden Whitaker Music Festival - Aaron Kamm and the One Drops

    Date: Wednesday, July 25, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden, Outdoor Cohen Amphitheater

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy the beauty of the Garden grounds in summertime bloom as you listen to Aaron Kamm and the One Drops, a blend of roots reggae and blues. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, fireworks or sparklers. Free admission begins at 5:00 p.m. and last entry is at 9:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. The Doris I. Schunuck's Children's Garden also remains open late until 7:00 p.m. with free admission after 5:00 p.m. Lantern Festival exhibits will not be lit during the concert. www.mobot.org/events/whitaker, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, & Eli Young Band

    Date: Friday, July 27, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    7:00 p.m. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Hey! There's Nature in My Woods!

    Date: Saturday, July 28, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Sporting Events

    A family-friendly two-hour leisurely guided nature hike through oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in our woods. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about trees, rocks and who knows what else. Reservations required. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Pirates (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder'd)

    Date: Monday, July 30, 2012 until Sunday, August 5, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Swashbuckling pirates! A curse! Caribbean comedy! A new version of Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance." http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Fanfare

    Date: Tuesday, July 31, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Seal

    Date: Tuesday, July 31, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    Special guest: Macy Gray. 8:00 p.m.  http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Birds In Concert (Dates Vary)

    Date: Thursday, August 2, 2012 until Thursday, August 30, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Music

    On Thursday the World Bird Sanctuary’s in-house band “The Raptor Project” performs songs from their popular children’s environmental education CD’s while birds fly just inches over you heads. Local artists Javier Mendoza and others follow the performance. 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Crosby, Stills & Nash

    Date: Thursday, August 2, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, August 3, 2012 until Sunday, August 5, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Milwaukee Brewers. 7:15 p.m. (3), TMD (4), 1:15 p.m. (5) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, August 4, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • The Wedding Show

    Date: Sunday, August 5, 2012

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Annual Events

    Largest wedding planning event in the Midwest. http://www.stlbrideandgroom.com/, (636) 530-7989

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, August 6, 2012 until Thursday, August 9, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Francisco Giants. 7:15 p.m. (6-8), 12:45 p.m. (9) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000  

  • The King and I

    Date: Monday, August 6, 2012 until Sunday, August 12, 2012

    Venue: The Muny in Forest Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The captivating and timeless East-meets-West musical. http://www.muny.org/, (314) 534-1111

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Trilogy

    Date: Tuesday, August 7, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • Faust Olden Days of Summer

    Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Learn how families spent their summers in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Activities will include black smith and rope making demonstrations, candle dipping, corn husk doll making, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and rides on the St. Louis Carousel. The Historic Village Houses including the Alt School House will also be open. Registration required. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (314) 615-7373 or (314) 615-8328

  • Christian Family Day with Third Day

    Date: Saturday, August 11, 2012

    Venue: Six Flags St. Louis

    Category: Music

    Paid concert ticket required with apark admission ticket or season pass. 7:00 p.m.  www.sixflags.com, (636) 938-4800

  • Faust Park Summer Concert Series - Wizard Island Band

    Date: Tuesday, August 14, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Enjoy a night of live music under the stars in Faust Park presented by Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. www.stlouisco.com/parks, (636) 532-3399

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 until Thursday, August 16, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks. 7:15 p.m. http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • IL Divo

    Date: Wednesday, August 15, 2012

    Venue: Peabody Opera House

    Category: Music

    8:00 p.m. http://www.peabodyoperahouse.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • The Lion King (Dates Vary)

    Date: Wednesday, August 15, 2012 until Sunday, September 2, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    A young lion prince is born in Africa, thus making his uncle Scar the second in line to the throne. Scar plots with the hyenas to kill King Mufasa and Prince Simba, thus making himself King. The King is killed and Simba is led to believe by Scar that it was his fault, and so flees the kingdom in shame. After years of exile he is persuaded to return home to overthrow the usurper and claim the kingdom as his own thus completing the "Circle of Life." Performance times are Tuesdays – Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00 p.m., August 16 at 1:00 p.m., August 19 at 6:30 p.m. and August 31 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, August 17, 2012 until Sunday, August 19, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates. 7:15 p.m. (17), TBD (18), 1:15 p.m. (19) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Faust Historic Village Open House (Dates Vary)

    Date: Saturday, August 18, 2012 until Sunday, August 26, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park Historic Village

    Category: Annual Events

    Experience St. Louis County as it was a century ago. Tour the 1850s Conway House, home of Dr. Frederick and Lavinia Bates and its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen. Also tour the circa 1848 log cabin of Ludwig and Salome Mertz, a dye and insect repellent garden, German vegetable garden, smokehouse, outhouse and woodshed and the Davis House, which originally was a two story log cabin with it's detached washhouse and smokehouse. On occasion, visitors may see a blacksmith at work in the Yokel barn. Tour times are Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisco.com/, (314) 615-8328

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game (Pre-Season)

    Date: Saturday, August 18, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 7:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • 12th Annual Stella Artois St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase

    Date: Sunday, August 19, 2012 until Thursday, August 23, 2012

    Venue: Landmark's Tivoli Theatre

    Category: Annual Events

    The showcase screens works written, directed or produced by St. Louis natives or those with strong local ties. Featured will be full-length fiction features and documentaries to multi-film compilations of fiction and documentary shorts. http://www.cinemastlouis.org/, (314) 289-4152

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Tuesday, August 21, 2012 until Thursday, August 23, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros. 7:15 p.m. (21-22), 12:45 p.m. (23) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Civil War Symposium

    Date: Saturday, August 25, 2012 until Sunday, August 26, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category:

    Listen to presentations on Civil War topics such as mounted infantry, artillery, medicine and more. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (25), 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (26) www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 544-6224

  • Festival of Nations

    Date: Saturday, August 25, 2012 until Sunday, August 26, 2012

    Venue: Tower Grove Park

    Category: Annual Events

    A multiethnic celebration featuring traditional dance, music, ethnic food, cultural and educational exhibits, folk art demonstrations, and an international market. http://www.iistl.org/, (314) 773-9090

  • LouFest Music Festival

    Date: Saturday, August 25, 2012 until Sunday, August 26, 2012

    Venue: Forest Park Central Field

    Category: Music

    A sustainable music festival for all-ages featuring national and local bands on three stages, food and retail and for the youngest fans there is Area K, a special are filled with music, magic, kid-friendly food, a rock climbing wall and more. The Flaming Lips, Girl Talk, Phantogram, and Dinosaur Jr. top the bill. http://www.loufest.com/

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game (Pre-Season)

    Date: Thursday, August 30, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Baltimore Ravens. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 7:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • The Art Fair at Queeny Park

    Date: Friday, August 31, 2012 until Sunday, September 2, 2012

    Venue: Greensfelder Recreation Complex in Queeny Park

    Category: Annual Events

    A juried, national exhibit and sale of fine arts and crafts. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (31), 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (1), 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (2) www.gslaa.org, (314) 889-0433  

  • 36th Annual Japanese Festival

    Date: Saturday, September 1, 2012 until Monday, September 3, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Annual Events

    St. Louis' Missouri Botanical Garden hosts this festival in honor of Japanese culture. Highlights include tours of the Japanese garden, special art exhibitions, traditional processions, tea ceremonies, kimono demonstrations, traditional music and dancing, Japanese marketplace, arts and crafts, Ikebana, Bonsai, martial arts, karaoke, Japanese theatrical performances, cooking demonstrations, food booths and many more fun family activities. http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-9400 or (800) 642-8842

  • Big Muddy Blues Festival

    Date: Saturday, September 1, 2012 until Sunday, September 2, 2012

    Venue: Historic Laclede's Landing entertainment district

    Category: Annual Events

    Feel the rhythm and find your groove at the annual Big Muddy Blues Festival, one of the country's best blues music festivals, showcasing over 30 Blues and Blues-related bands performing on three outdoor stages 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. http://www.lacledeslanding.com/, (314) 241-5875

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, September 1, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • International Vulture Awareness Day

    Date: Saturday, September 1, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category:

    Meet vultures from North America andAfrica, as well as a live Andean Condor. Free-flight shows featuring live flying vultures will also be featured and there will be a fun kid’s activity center with games and a Vulture “Scavenger” Hunt. 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390  

  • Toby Keith

    Date: Saturday, September 1, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Labor Day Parade

    Date: Monday, September 3, 2012

    Venue: Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

    http://www.stlclc.org/

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, September 3, 2012 until Wednesday, September 5, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. New York Mets. 1:15 p.m. (3), 7:15 p.m. (4), 12:45 p.m. (5) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • 19th Annual Saint Louis Art Fair

    Date: Friday, September 7, 2012 until Sunday, September 9, 2012

    Venue: Downtown Clayton, Missouri

    Category: Annual Events

    Visual artists from across the nation exhibit an unprecedented selection of the highest quality, original works of art along with three stages of entertainment, educational hands-on activities for children, culinary treats from St. Louis' finest restaurants and much more. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (7), 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (8), 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (9) http://www.culturalfestivals.com/, (314) 863-0278

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, September 7, 2012 until Sunday, September 9, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Milwaukee Brewers. 7:15 p.m. (7), TBD (8), 1:15 p.m. (9) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Freedom River Walk

    Date: Saturday, September 8, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category:

    A commemorative walk on the Freedom River Walk, informational booths, music and special guests followed by a service for the sacrifices of 9-11. www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 894-6800 or (314) 894-6644

  • Living History Hayrides at Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Date: Saturday, September 8, 2012 until Sunday, September 9, 2012

    Venue: Jefferson Barracks County Park

    Category:

    Enjoy a hayride through Jefferson Barracks with re-enactor vignettes throughout the park. The re-enactors will explain their time period, uniforms, and equipment during stops. Advance registration is required. 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. (8); 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. (9) www.co.st-louis.mo.us/ParksandRecreation/ParkPages/JeffersonBarracks, (314) 544-6224

  • Jason Mraz "Tour Is A Four Letter Word"

    Date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    7:00 p.m. http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Balloon Race

    Date: Friday, September 14, 2012 until Saturday, September 15, 2012

    Venue: Central Field in Forest Park (between the Jewel Box and Steinberg Rink)

    Category: Annual Events

    Festivities begin with a balloon glow on September 14. Race day activities include a children's entertainment area and a photo contest prior to the launch of the hare and hound balloons on September 15. Rain date is September 16. http://www.greatforestparkballoonrace.com/, (314) 993-2901

  • Jason Aldean

    Date: Friday, September 14, 2012

    Venue: Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

    Category: Music

    http://www.livenation.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, September 16, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Washington Redskins. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 3:05 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 until Thursday, September 20, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros. 7:15 p.m. (18-19), 12:45 p.m. (20) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • Love Life Women's Conference

    Date: Thursday, September 20, 2012 until Saturday, September 22, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category:

    Celebrate the Power of Hope. Join thousands of ladies from around the world as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Women's Conference with Joyce Meyer and an amazing line-up of guests including speakers Joel Osteen and Christine Caine along with worship and music from Darlene Zschech, Mandisa, Kari Jobe and Fuzed Worship. www.joycemeyer.org/ll30, (888) 727-5280

  • An Evening with Rush

    Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    7:30 p.m. http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Faust Park Fall Folk and Fine Arts Festival

    Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012 until Sunday, September 23, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park Historic Village

    Category: Annual Events

    Hop on a hay wagon for a free ride to the festival in and around The St. Louis Carousel in Faust Park. The festival offers fine art in oil and acrylics, water color, metal works, pottery, wood, jewelry and more. The Historic Village then reverts to the 19th century with period dressed staff and traditional arts and crafts such as blacksmithing, rope making, pottery firing and other historical arts and crafts demonstrated and shared.  Both areas offer food vendors and hands on activities for children, including pony rides, rope making and garden projects. Admission includes unlimited free rides on the St. Louis Carousel. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisco.com/, (314) 615-8328

  • Hey! There's Nature in My Woods!

    Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Sporting Events

    A family-friendly two-hour leisurely guided nature hike through oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in our woods. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about trees, rocks and who knows what else. Reservations required. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Friday, September 28, 2012 until Sunday, September 30, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Washington Nationals. 7:15 p.m. (28), TBD (29), 1:15 p.m. (30) http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • St. Louis Scottish Games and Cultural Festival

    Date: Friday, September 28, 2012 until Saturday, September 29, 2012

    Venue: Forest Park, - near the tennis courts,south of the Missouri History Museum

    Category: Annual Events

    The event kicks off at Langenberg Field with a torchlight ceremony and a "calling" of the Scottish clans, followed by a ceilidh (KAY-lee), a celebration with Scottish singing and dancing. Events continue Saturday withScottish heavy athletics, bagpipe bands competition, Highland dancing, sheepdog herding demonstrations, Highland cattle and birds of prey, children's activities,Scottish clans, a "parade of tartans," andScottish foods, crafts and goods. http://www.stlouis-scottishgames.com/, (314) 821-1286

  • Taste of St. Louis

    Date: Friday, September 28, 2012 until Sunday, September 30, 2012

    Venue: Soldier's Memorial in downtown St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

    A celebration of food, art, music and culture. http://www.tastestl.com/, (314) 534-2100

  • The Avett Brothers

    Date: Saturday, September 29, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, September 30, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 12:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

    Date: Monday, October 1, 2012 until Wednesday, October 3, 2012

    Venue: Busch Stadium

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds. 7:15 p.m. http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/, (314) 345-9000

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Thursday, October 4, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 7:20 p.m.  http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS® (Dates Vary)

    Date: Friday, October 5, 2012 until Sunday, October 28, 2012

    Venue: Six Flags St. Louis

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Six Flags St. Louis is totally transformed into a Halloween playground. Have a ghoulish good time with hair-raising shows, electrifying street entertainment, haunted hayride and thrilling haunted house. Plus, experience rides in the dark. Only children aged 12 & under are allowed to wear costumes. No scary/gory costumes allowed and no masks. Event times are Friday from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., Saturday 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. www.sixflags.com, (636) 938-4800

  • Grant's Farm Halloween Celebration (Dates Vary)

    Date: Friday, October 5, 2012 until Saturday, October 27, 2012

    Venue: Grant's Farm

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Grant's Farm offers a safe and festive way for families to celebrate fall traditions and Halloween with moonlight tram rides through the dark Deer Park, Halloween-themed animal and Mad Science shows, a DJ spinning spooky hits in the Bauernhof Courtyard and non-scary classic Halloween characters. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. No admittance after 9:00 p.m.

    http://www.grantsfarm.com/, (314) 843-1700

  • 20th Annual Historic Shaw Art Fair

    Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012 until Sunday, October 7, 2012

    Venue: 4100 and 4200 Flora Place just east of the Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Annual Events

    A display of quality artists from around the country who work in a large variety of media and styles. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (6), 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (7) http://shawartfair.org/

  • 21st Annual Best of Missouri Market

    Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012 until Sunday, October 7, 2012

    Venue: Missouri Botanical Garden

    Category: Annual Events

    Over 120 Missouri food producers and craftsmen offer fresh produce, baked goods, fresh and dried flowers, herbs, handcrafted items, baskets, wooden toys, custom jewelry and more. Live music and a Kids Corner with cow milking, pumpkin decorating and barnyard animals. 9:00 a.m.  - 5:00 p.m.  http://www.mobot.org/, (314) 577-5100 or (800) 642-8842

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: DRAGONS

    Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012 until Sunday, October 14, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This once in a millennium event honors The Year of the Dragon. Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson presides over this fantastical celebratory tournament of circus champions bringing together mystic dragon lore with authentic circus feats. 7:00 p.m. (11-12), 10:30 a.m. (12), 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 pm.. (13), 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. (14). http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • History Hayrides at Faust Park

    Date: Friday, October 12, 2012 until Saturday, October 13, 2012

    Venue: Faust Park

    Category: Annual Events

    Take a leisurely hayride around Faust Park after dark then wander through candlelit historic homes where refreshments and storytellers await. Warm up with a bonfire with live music. 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Advance ticket purchase is required. www.stlouisco.com, (314) 615-8328

  • Kathleen Madigan presented by Woody & Rizzuto

    Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012

    Venue: Peabody Opera House

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    8:00 p.m. http://www.peabodyoperahouse.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Imagination Movers Live

    Date: Sunday, October 14, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty will be playing all their favorite songs from their wildly popular TV series as well as debuting new material from their brand-new “Rock-O-Matic” CD/DVD. 3:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Les Miserables (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 until Sunday, October 28, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This brand new 25thanniversary production musical features glorious new staging and dazzlingly re-imagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. Performance times at Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, October 25 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • SciFest 2012

    Date: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 until Sunday, October 21, 2012

    Venue: Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park

    Category: Annual Events

    The festival features interesting public conversation and debates, exciting hands-on workshops & seminars, and entertaining & educational exhibits. Music, comedy or drama are utilized by presenters to take their content beyond the usual scientific statistics and facts. http://www.slsc.org/, (314) 289-4400 or (800) 456-SLSC

  • World Bird Sanctuary Open House

    Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 until Sunday, October 21, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category:

    Learn all about the World Bird Sanctuary and the work they do to save threatened bird species and their habitats through behind-the-scenes tours of breeding barn, animal and behavioral training center and wildlife hospital, normally closed to the public. See also education programs featuring live animals and children’s programs twice daily at the amphitheater. There will also be free children’s activities and craft center. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Rock 'n' Roll St. Louis Marathon & 1/2 Marathon

    Date: Sunday, October 21, 2012

    Venue: Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Sporting Events

    This event includes a marathon and 1/2 marathon, music and cheerleaders every mile, finish line festival & concert, 2-day health & fitness expo at America's Center and Boston qualifer. runrocknroll.competitor.com

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, October 21, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Green Bay Packers. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 12:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • Hey! There's Nature in My Woods!

    Date: Saturday, October 27, 2012

    Venue: World Bird Sanctuary

    Category: Sporting Events

    A family-friendly two-hour leisurely guided nature hike through oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in our woods. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about trees, rocks and who knows what else. Reservations required. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/, (636) 225-4390

  • Madonna World Tour 2012

    Date: Thursday, November 1, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, November 3, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • Joe Bonamassa

    Date: Saturday, November 3, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    8:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • 21st Annual Stella Artois St. Louis International Film Festival

    Date: Thursday, November 8, 2012 until Sunday, November 18, 2012

    Venue: Various Venues

    Category: Annual Events

    Screenings of films, shorts, features, documentaries and independent features from all over the world, with special emphasis on American independents, world cinema and prize-winning short subjects. The festival has achieved an official designation from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a sanctioned short subject qualification event. Main venues are the Tivoli Theatre, Plaza Frontenac Cinema,Webster University’s Winifred Moore Auditorium and Washington University’s Brown Hall Auditorium. http://www.cinemastlouis.org/, (314) 289-4152

  • Celtic Thunder

    Date: Thursday, November 8, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Music

    7:30 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, November 18, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. New York Jets. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 12:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • Blue Man Group (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 until Sunday, December 2, 2012

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This show and concert combines comedy, music and technology to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. Performance times Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m. (except no performance on Thursday, November 22), Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, November 29 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Carrie Underwood

    Date: Tuesday, November 20, 2012

    Venue: Scottrade Center

    Category: Music

    http://www.scottradecenter.com/, (800) 745-3000

  • 28th St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade

    Date: Thursday, November 22, 2012

    Venue: Downtown St. Louis

    Category: Annual Events

    The Midwest's best holiday parade features colorful floats, bands, storybook characters, carriages, equestrian units and Santa Claus as it winds through downtown St. Louis to kick off the holiday season. The parade begins at North 4th Street and Washington Avenue, proceeds South on North 4th Street to Market Street, continues West on Market Street and ends at 14th Street. 8:45 a.m. http://www.christmasinstlouis.org/

  • Clydesdale Camera Day

    Date: Saturday, December 1, 2012

    Venue: Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

    Category:

    Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view, pet and take photos with a Clydesdale in traditional parade dress. Don't forget to stop in and take a tour of the historic brewery and enjoy a few free samples during the visit. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. http://www.budweisertours.com/, (314) 577-2626

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, December 2, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 12:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz (Dates Vary)

    Date: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 until Sunday, January 6, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

       Performance times are Tuesdays – Fridays at 8:00 p.m. Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 1:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., December 13 & 27 at 1:00 p.m. No performance on December 25. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • St. Louis Rams Football Game

    Date: Sunday, December 16, 2012

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    St. Louis Rams vs. Minnesota Vikings. Doors open 1 1/2 hours prior to kick-off. 12:00 p.m. http://www.stlouisrams.com/, (314) 241-1888

  • First Night Saint Louis

    Date: Monday, December 31, 2012

    Venue: Grand Center Arts & Entertainment District

    Category: Annual Events

    A winter celebration featuring visual and performing arts, musicians, storytellers, dancers, magicians, actors, puppeteers and visual and media artists. The opening ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m. on the Main Stage at Grand and Lindell. Children's fireworks at 9:00 p.m. and Grand Finale Fireworks at midnight. http://www.firstnightstl.org/, (314) 289-8121

  • STOMP

    Date: Friday, January 11, 2013 until Sunday, January 13, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps - filling the stage with magnificent rhythms.  8:00 pm. (11-12), 2:00 p.m. (12-13) http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • The St. Louis Auto Show

    Date: Thursday, January 24, 2013 until Sunday, January 27, 2013

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Annual Events

    Hundreds of new cars, trucks, vans and sport utility vehicles will be on display representing domestic and foreign manufacturers. www.saintlouisautoshow.com, (203) 371-6322

  • Priscilla Queen of the Desert (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 until Sunday, February 10, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This show tells the uplifting story of a trio of friends on a road trip of a lifetime, who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. Performance times are Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, February 7 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Monster Jam

    Date: Saturday, February 2, 2013

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    Racing and freestyle competitions by monster trucks. http://www.monsterjamonline.com/,  (800) 745-3000

  • St. Louis Boat and Sports Show

    Date: Wednesday, February 6, 2013 until Sunday, February 10, 2013

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Annual Events

    Consumer show featuring the latest boats, engines, marine accessories and more in the boating industry. www.stlouisboatshow.com, (314) 342-5000

  • Capitol Sports President's Weekend Tournament

    Date: Saturday, February 16, 2013 until Monday, February 18, 2013

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Sporting Events

    http://www.capitolsportscenter.com/

  • The Book of Mormon

    Date: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 until Sunday, March 3, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    The Broadway phenomenon from South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone and Avenue Q co-creator Robert Lopez centers on two young Mormon missionaries sent off to spread the word in a dangerous part of Uganda. The performance schedule for this show has not been finalized. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Builders Home and Garden Show

    Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013 until Sunday, February 24, 2013

    Venue: America's Center

    Category: Annual Events

    Consumer show offering five shows in one, showcasing the latest in Lawn & Garden, Kitchen & Bath, Interior Design, Pool & Spas and Building Projects. http://www.stlhomeshow.com/, (314) 342-5000

  • Monster Energy AMA Supercross, A Fim World Championship

    Date: Saturday, March 2, 2013

    Venue: Edward Jones Dome

    Category: Sporting Events

    A motorcycle racing sport involving off-road motorcycles on artificially-made dirt tracks consisting of steep jumps and obstacles. www.supercrossonline.com, (800) 745-3000

  • War House (Dates Vary)

    Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2013 until Sunday, March 24, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    A remarkable tale of courage, loyalty and friendship set inEngland in 1914. Performance times are Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, March 21 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Million Dollar Quartet (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 until Sunday, May 5, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    This musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time, brings the legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” and “Hound Dog. Performance times are Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m., and Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Rock of Ages

    Date: Friday, May 24, 2013 until Sunday, May 26, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    An arena-rock love story told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Night Ranger, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Asia, Whitesnake and many more. 8:00 p.m. (24-25), 2:00 p.m. (25-26) http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

  • Anything Goes (Dates Vary)

    Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 until Sunday, June 9, 2013

    Venue: The Fox Theatre in Grand Center

    Category: Arts & Entertainment

    Cole Porter’s timeless classic where etiquette and convention get tossed out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love when the S. S. American heads out to sea. Performance times are Tuesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, June 6 at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fabulousfox.com/, (314) 534-1111 or (314) 534-1678

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